Jack's tension was sudden, his face darkening instantly. He tightened his hold on my chin before releasing me slowly and turning to Lyon.

Jack's eyes locked with Lyon's amused ones. "No. Uncle Lyon, did you need something?"

Lyon's smile widened. "Your grandma sent me to invite both of you to dinner."

"Thank you, Uncle Lyon."

"No trouble at all. But bear in mind, this is the family house. Be careful of your behavior." As Lyon said this, he caught sight of the red mark on my chin briefly, ridicule in his eyes.

Noticing Lyon's gaze resting on me, Jack scowled and stood in front of me. "I get it, Uncle...